
If I Like It
One of the lessons I’ve learned as I’ve grown older is: “If I like it, (and Jesus likes it), that really is all that matters.” Read More about this topic in Chapter 1 of "Ageless Truths: Lessons I Learned in my Forties that I Wish I Knew In My Twenties". Available on Amazon, Kindle or 4One Ministries Bookstore

"Don't You Just Love My...."
One of my friends has a little girl, under five years old, who picked up the phrase, “Don’t you just LOVE that?” It melts my heart every time she asks, “Don’t you just love my shoes?” or “Don’t you just LOVE my dress?” It’s absolutely adorable! (Of course, it’s also so sweet when she tells you that she just LOVES whatever pink or sparkly thing you are wearing. I felt pretty special when she said she LOVED my pink hat.) The thing is that it’s one thing for a toddler to wa

It's My Life
In this video, Adessa shares what a near disastrous trip to the beach taught her about choosing your attitudes in life.

What is the Greatest Challenge Facing the American Church in 2021?
What is the biggest challenge facing the American church in 2021? Some would say that is the shift in political power from Republican to Democrat. Others might answer the left-wing liberal agenda or socialism. A case could be made for the pandemic. Perhaps it’s the flurry of activities that compete for people’s time. I’m sure many people have many answers. However, I believe that the church's biggest threat in 2021 is false doctrine and heresy of progressive Christian theolo

Now What? How Should Followers of Jesus Respond to Current Events?
Disappointed. It’s the only word that truly describes how I feel about the last week. Well, maybe heartbroken, too. I am disappointed in the results of the Presidential and Senate elections. I’m disappointed at the behavior of those who stormed the capital. I’m disappointed that President Trump didn’t condemn their actions sooner. For the past few days, I’ve been disappointed in how government officials on both sides, the media, and far too many on social media have respond

Strong
“Finally, be strong in the Lord and in his mighty power.” Ephesians 6:10 Strong. It’s never been my favorite word, or really my goal in life. If you’ve read my blog before, you’ve probably heard me say that over the years, I’ve learned the Holy Spirit thinks I’m stronger, more capable, and able to do more than I ever imagined I could or even wanted to be. Many times He’s led me down paths that I didn’t think I was strong enough to go. These difficulties have made me stro